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1.2 km from City Centre400 m from Labia Theatre
The Ashanti Lodge Backpackers, located within a 5-minute walk of Labia Theatre, is also at a proximity to Christopher Moller Art Gallery.
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8.1
Great1300 total reviews
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400 m from City Centre300 m from Atlantic Art Gallery
When visiting City Bowl district, guests can stay in one of the 37 hostel rooms, within just 650 metres from Koopmans-de Wet House.
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8.8
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2.1 km from City Centre600 m from Cape Town Stadium
Featuring location 0.7 km from the lake, the hostel lies in the vicinity of Cape Town Stadium.
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8.2
Great2971 total reviews
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300 m from City Centre200 m from Atlantic Art Gallery
Offering African dishes, the 2-star 91 Loop is set 5 minutes' walk from Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village Neighbourhood in the City Bowl district of Cape Town.
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9.1
Perfect1043 total reviews
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1.9 km from City Centre800 m from Cape Town Stadium
The 2-star Big - Luxury Backpackers with a year-round outdoor pool is approximately 25 minutes on foot from Signal Hill.
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8.5
Great1804 total reviews
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900 m from City Centre300 m from FNB Bank ATM Lifestyle On Kloof
The 2-star Villa Viva with an outdoor swimming pool is located in the very heart of Cape Town within 7 minutes' stroll of Labia Theatre.
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8.5
Great429 total reviews
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1.9 km from City Centre700 m from Cape Town Stadium
When visiting Green Point district, guests can stay in one of the 9 hostel rooms, within just 500 metres from Breakwater Prison.
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7.7
Very good499 total reviews
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3.5 km from City Centre1.9 km from Signal Hill
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8.6
Great702 total reviews
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2.3 km from City Centre900 m from Cape Town Stadium
Within 20 minutes' walk of V&A Waterfront, the venue is placed in a western district, about 3 km from the city center.
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7.3
Very good962 total reviews
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500 m from City Centre200 m from Long Street
Featuring 40 rooms, various recreational opportunities and billiards, the heritage Urban Hive Backpackers is just 0.9 km from Bo-Kaap Museum in Cape Town.
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8.7
Great139 total reviews
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1.7 km from City Centre800 m from Cape Town Stadium
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8.4
Great477 total reviews
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1000 m from City Centre300 m from FNB Bank ATM Lifestyle On Kloof
The venue with views of the patio is placed 15 minutes' walk from the centre of Cape Town, at a short distance from Labia Theatre.
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8.6
Great173 total reviews
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1.3 km from City Centre300 m from Christopher Moller Gallery
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7.0
Very good534 total reviews
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2.9 km from City Centre1.3 km from Signal Hill
Within 15 minutes' walk of Queens Beach, the venue is placed in a shopping district, about 4 km from the city center.
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7.3
Very good185 total reviews
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1.6 km from City Centre500 m from Christopher Moller Gallery
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7.4
Very good473 total reviews
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4.5 km from City Centre500 m from Groote Schuur
Nestled 4 km from the city centre, this budget hostel comprises 11 rooms and bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower.
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7.7
Very good95 total reviews
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12.6 km from City Centre
The Serenity Shores Backpackers Cape Town with pool views lies 7 minutes on foot from Blouberg Kite Surfing Beach.
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7.0
Very good760 total reviews
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1.7 km from City Centre800 m from Cape Town Stadium
Around 20 minutes on foot from Greenmarket Square, the Big Blue Backpackers Cape Town includes 50 rooms.
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7.6
Very good159 total reviews
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600 m from City Centre700 m from Long Street
Offering snorkelling, surfing and hiking onsite, the 3-star Kimberley Backpackers Cape Town boasts a prime location a 5-minute stroll from South African National Gallery.
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5.3
Needs improvement218 total reviews
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600 m from City Centre100 m from Bo-Kaap Museum
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FAQs about Cape Town hostels

Find hostels and enjoy your stay in Cape Town with these 6 answers to FAQs.

What hostels in Cape Town city centre are the best?

For those searching for a property in the heart of Cape Town, book a room at Kimberley Backpackers, set 800 metres from the city centre.

What are the most favoured hostels in Cape Town?

Featuring diving, snorkelling and canoeing, 91 Loop is a good Cape Town option amongst 31 hostels with prices from 9£ per night.

What are the best student hostels in Cape Town?

According to HotelMix.co.uk statistics, many visitors loved staying at these youth hostels - The Backpack rating: 8.4/10 and Never At Home rating: 8.0/10.

What are the most popular City Bowl hostels in Cape Town?

Offering diving, snorkelling and canoeing, 91 Loop is a place to live in City Bowl for 71£ per night.

What are the most popular hostels in Cape Town for couples?

Some of the best hostels with family rooms are:
Never At Home with room rates from 9£ per night;
Kimberley Backpackers for 24£ per night.

What are the top hostels in Cape Town featuring free parking?

Some of the best hostels in Cape Town providing free parking are Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens and The Backpack for about 16£ and 46£ per night.

Hostels in Cape Town essential information

🏨 Hostels in Cape Town 34
👛 Lowest price 19 GBP
✍️ Hostels Reviews 1 219